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1/4" flat end mill: hardwood
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Same material, other bits: all hardwood settings
| Manufacturer / bit | Machine class | RPM | Feed IPM | Chip load (in) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sienci Labs | hobby-light | 17000 | 85 | 0.005 | source |
| Sienci Labs | hobby-light | 12000 | 86.2 | 0.00359 | source |
| Freud Solid | any | – | – | 0.008–0.011 | source |
FAQ
What feeds and speeds for a 1/4" flat end mill in hardwood on a hobby-light CNC router?
Published manufacturer data (Sienci Labs) gives a chip load of 0.00359–0.005 in per tooth and a feed of 85–86.2 IPM (2 sourced rows). Start low and test in scrap.